Table of Contents
Acknowledgments
Preface
Introduction
What Is a Workbench® Book?
Chapter 1: Theory of Manual Transmissions
Wide- and Close-Ratios Explained
What Makes a Close-Ratio Close?
Goodbye Wide- and Close-Ratios
The How and Why of Synchros
Gear Design Basics
Bearing Selection
Chapter 2: Transmission Assembly Tips and Techniques
So What Do I Use?
Repairing Castings
Gear Preparation
Bolts and Threads
Hydraulic Press Basics
Loading Needle Bearings
Subassemblies and Synchronizers
Bearing Tips
Gaskets and Sealants
Chapter 3: BorgWarner Transmissions
T10 4-Speed History and Facts
Rebuilding T10 4-Speeds
Rebuilding Super T10 4-Speeds
T5 5-Speed History
Rebuilding the T5
T5 Assembly From the Ground Up
High-Performance T5
Chapter 4: Chrysler A833 4-Speed Transmission
Chapter 5: GM/Muncie 4-Speed Transmissions
How to Identify a Muncie
Serial and VIN Numbers
Putting It All Together
M22 Rockcrushers and New Muncies
Muncie 4-Speed Rebuild
Chapter 6: Ford Toploader 4-Speed Transmission
Transmission Build-Up
Final Assembly
Chapter 7: Other Common Manual Transmissions
Saginaw 4-Speed
Richmond Gear 4+1 5-Speed
S6-40
Tremec
Doug Nash 4+3
Autogear M33 “Syracuse 5-Speed”
Chapter 8: High-Performance Transmissions
Chapter 9: Clutch Basics
Clutch Components
Clutch Types
Chapter 10: Guide to Shifters
The Need for Shifters
Fixing the Hurst Competition Plus Shifter
T5/T6 Shifter Modifications
Appendix
Common General Motors Speedometer Gears
Speedometer Gear Ratio Formula
Oil Types and Capacity
Torque Specifications
Ratios at a Glance
Source Guide
